1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 325 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 250 GTO | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
